Foster

Why Foster?

Why Foster?

The best way to help save lives is by fostering. Most rescue organizations such as PAW are supported by volunteers, so their ability to rescue animals is limited by the availability of foster homes and donations which pay for the vet care. Fostering is a vital part of PAW’s rescue efforts and dramatically increases how many dogs and cats can be rescued each year. Which is why we need more fosters – so we can save more lives! Please consider applying to be a foster today, it’s the biggest contribution you can make!

How Does It Work?

How Does It Work?

Various rescue organizations operate differently, but many have foster programs of one kind or another.

Here we describe fostering through PAW.

Duties of the Foster Caregiver

Duties of the Foster Caregiver

The caregiver provides food, water, litter, and other simple necessities.

The caregiver is responsible for helping to get the animal adopted by bringing her to adoption shows, helping to talk to applicants, and providing information for ads and the website.

The caregiver must follow PAW’s procedures for adoption, for getting veterinary care, and for providing appropriate care.

PAW provides:

PAW provides:

Veterinary care, as approved by the Medical Coordinator.

Some supplies, as needed, such as a crate, temporary ID tag, collar, leash, litter box, or carrier.

Lots of in-house expertise with behavior, diseases, and training.

Advertising, newsletters, adoption shows, and so forth.

Why Foster Instead of Having a Shelter?

The animal lives in a home environment where they can feel safe and comfortable.

The foster caregiver can give plenty of attention to the fostered pet, and watch for problems with illness or behavior.

The foster caregiver can judge the needs and behavior of the individual animal - how they behave around other pets, adults, and children, how much space and exercise they need, what kind of permanent home would be best for them.

After we receive your application we will do a vet check and a home visit, just as we do for adoption applications. If approved, you will be asked to sign a Foster Agreement agreeing to abide by PAW’s procedures and rules.